Food Service Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of maintenance management or supervisory experience in a food manufacturing, CPG or industrial environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic/hydraulic, refrigeration and automation systems.
• Experience managing in a cold-storage or refrigerated manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, team development and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with CMMS software and maintenance planning/scheduling.
• Familiarity with food safety/sanitation, GMPs, SQF/BRC, USDA/FSIS regulations is a plus.
• Ability to manage budgets, contractors and spare parts inventory.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights or weekends if required for plant operations.
• Knowledge or certification in reliability methodologies (e.g., TPM, Six Sigma, Lean) is a plus.
• Candidate must successfully pass post-offer/pre-employment drug and background screen.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or related field
• Experience managing in a cold-storage or refrigerated manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with food safety/sanitation, GMPs, SQF/BRC, USDA/FSIS regulations
• Knowledge or certification in reliability methodologies (e.g., TPM, Six Sigma, Lean)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a robust preventive and predictive maintenance program covering production equipment, utilities, refrigeration/freezer systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, conveyors, motors, etc.
• Lead, mentor and manage a team of maintenance technicians, support, and contract personnel, including hiring, training, performance review, coaching and succession planning.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and emergencies, direct root-cause troubleshooting and corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Support installation, commissioning and maintenance of capital equipment, expansions or facility renovations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement Safety, and Operations to align maintenance priorities with business needs.
• Use and maintain a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track work orders, equipment history, spare parts inventory, downtime, maintenance KPIs and ensure documentation.
• Manage maintenance budget: parts, supplies, contractor services, capital expenditures and labor.
• Ensure maintenance activities comply with safety (OSHA, LOTO, etc.), food manufacturing regulatory requirements (USDA, FDA, SQF/BRC, GMPs)and environmental standards.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for maintenance tasks, conduct audits, inspections and continuous improvement initiatives (TPM, lean, reliability engineering).
• Monitor and report metrics such as equipment availability, maintenance cost per unit, downtime hours, spare parts turn, etc.
• Stay current on industry best practices, new equipment technologies, predictive maintenance tools (vibration, infrared, lubrication), and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed.
• Maintain a safe and effective work environment – ensure the maintenance team follows lockout/tagout procedures, permit to work, and PPE protocols.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer